The Centre is the latest addition to the many Halocentre’s around the country providing the most technologically advanced and virtually pain free option for the treatment of Haemorrhoids’s.

The HALO™ procedure combines haemorrhoid artery ligation with a mucopexy for the prolapsing mucosa in one procedure. The result is a safe and gentle treatment that’s effective for all grades of haemorrhoids, and is NHS NICE approved.

The Harley Street Halocentre is home to some of the most experienced and well known surgeons in the country performing the HALO™ procedure. Contact us today to arrange a consultation to suit you.

Mr Ismail has been pivotal in the development of laparoscopic colorectal surgery and enhanced recovery pathways in the West Midlands, and is amongst the first to routinely perform the minimally invasive HALO procedure in the area.

HALO is a new operation designed to eradicate piles without the need for cutting or a general anaesthetic. At the Halocentre we offer an efficient and professional service to all patients whether self funding, privately insured or NHS.

To make an appointment with Mr Ismail for a consultation to include a diagnosis and treatment plan please call us on 020 3198 2424 or email info@halocentre.com.

Education and Training

Mr Tariq Ismail graduated from Cardiff University School of Medicine in 1982, obtained the FRCS in 1986 and then completed his surgical training in Birmingham, Hong Kong and at the National Cancer Institute, Tokyo. He was awarded the prestigious Sheldon Research Fellowship which led to the award of MD with Distinction for his Doctorate Thesis. After completion of training in gastrointestinal surgery he was appointed in 1995 as Consultant Surgeon to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital and as Honorary Senior Lecturer to the University of Birmingham.

Professional Memberships

Mr Tariq Ismail is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England and a member of the Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain and Ireland (ACPGB&I). Previously he has been Chair of the Pan Birmingham Cancer Network Colorectal Group, Surgical Tutor, Clinical Service Lead for Endoscopy and Gastrointestinal Surgery and Examiner for the MRCS examination at the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.

He is a member of the Fundraising Committee of the Bowel Disease Research Foundation, a charity to promote research, education and public awareness in bowel diseases including bowel cancer.

Current Position

Since appointment as Consultant Colorectal Surgeon to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in 1995, Mr Tariq Ismail has played a key role in developing colorectal referral pathways, advanced colorectal laparoscopic surgery and enhanced surgical recovery in Birmingham and the West Midlands. He was one the first to perform SILS (Single Incision Laparoscopic Surgery) for bowel cancer in the UK.

He was pivotal in introducing CT colonography ( “Virtual Colonoscopy”) and Video Capsule Endoscopy (“pill Cam”). Mr Tariq Ismail has been featured in the popular TV series Embarrassing Bodies performing the HALO and Don’t Die Young performing laparoscopic surgery on a colon cancer patient.

Research and Publications

He has published widely on translational research in proteomics, gene therapy and biomarkers in colorectal cancer. His research team have been awarded major research grants from Cancer Research UK, Medical Research Council, Welcome Foundation for pivotal studies on early detection of bowel cancer.

His research fellows been received a number of awards including The Arderne Gold Medal by the Royal Society of Medicine, Syme Professorship by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and the Digestives Diseases Prize by the Association of Coloproctology.

The HALO procedure combines haemorrhoid artery litigation with a mucopexy for the prolapsing mucosa in one procedure. The result is a safe and gentle treatment that’s effective for all grades of haemorrhoids and NHSNICE approved.

Between March and July courses will be held in Reading, Barnet, Poole & Oxford. Please see the dates below;

READING – 17th April – 10th July

BARNET – 4 April

POOLE – 22nd March – 19th July

OXFORD – No Places Left

The HALO procedure combines haemorrhoid artery litigation with a mucopexy for the prolapsing mucosa in one procedure. The result is a safe and gentle treatment that’s effective for all grades of haemorrhoidsand NHSNICEapproved.

For more details about the courses near you or to register your interest, please click to following link to download the HALO Course Registration form;

]]>http://www.halocentre.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=1020Patient Testimonial – Crawley, West Sussexhttp://www.halocentre.com/blog/?p=93
http://www.halocentre.com/blog/?p=93#commentsMon, 08 Oct 2012 13:12:11 +0000adminhttp://www.halocentre.com/blog/?p=93I live in Crawley West Sussex and have suffered from haemorrhoids for years. After reading the Daily Mail article on the Halocentre website I rang Karen on the 24 hour hotline. She was really understanding and recommended I ask to be referred to Mr Colin Elton who is based not to far from me in London. Mr Elton kindly agreed to see me and said the procedure would help.

In April I was admitted to BUPA Hospital Bushey where Mr Elton performed the HALO procedure. Quickly, within days, I felt the benefit. On my return examination, I was informed that if I take care with diet and life style I should not suffer with piles again.

I was keen to write a testimonial to confirm things did get better and I have not been aware of any haemorrhoids since. For me ringing Karen at the Halocentre was one of the best decisions I have ever made.

]]>http://www.halocentre.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=930Why do pregnant women get piles?http://www.halocentre.com/blog/?p=89
http://www.halocentre.com/blog/?p=89#commentsThu, 04 Oct 2012 16:03:38 +0000adminhttp://www.halocentre.com/blog/?p=89When you’re pregnant, the volume of blood circulating round your body increases. At the same time, high levels of the hormone progesterone relax the walls of your blood vessels.

The veins below your uterus (womb) are more likely to become swollen and stretched, as the weight of your growing baby puts pressure on them. This is why you’re more prone to piles and varicose veins when you’re pregnant. Constipation another pregnancy bugbear, can also cause piles.

You may also develop piles when you give birth, during the stage when you push out your baby. It’s thought that about one in five mums has piles the day after giving birth. They often disappear in the weeks after you’ve had your baby.

Piles are very common during pregnancy. If you have had them before you became pregnant, you may get them again. Plenty of women, though, have them for the first time while they’re pregnant. Piles probably affect about one in 10 women in their third trimester.

Although piles are the most common cause of bleeding, any bleeding from your bottom should be checked by your doctor.

For fast & effective treatment of Piles, talk to us about HALO. 020 3198 2424

]]>http://www.halocentre.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=890Halo Testimonials on our Haemorrhoid Treatmenthttp://www.halocentre.com/blog/?p=83
http://www.halocentre.com/blog/?p=83#commentsWed, 12 Sep 2012 13:11:12 +0000adminhttp://www.halocentre.com/blog/?p=83Here at Halo Centre we pride ourselves on great success stories. We now have HALO Centres across the length and breadth of Britain and help patients who suffer with Piles. Here is a testimonial from one patient who lives in Hampshire, there are many more to read on our website here If you want to know more then please call us for information 020 3198 2424 remember 50% of us will suffer with Piles at some point in our lives.

Dear Sir

I would like to take this opportunity to say how thankful I am to have received the HALO operation. Prior to this my condition caused constant discomfort and had an adverse impact on my daily life, as well as restricting my ability to participate in more outdoor and adventurous activities in which I would like to have engaged.

I would thoroughly recommend that anyone suffering from the same condition should immediately go and get booked in for a HALO. The procedure was quick, effectively painless and had no significant residual pain or problems. I felt up to going jogging just 2 days afterwards. In my opinion the operation has been a complete success on all accounts.

Best Regards(A much happier!)

Patient : MC – Hampshire

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http://www.halocentre.com/blog/?p=79#commentsThu, 02 Aug 2012 15:02:02 +0000adminhttp://www.halocentre.com/blog/?p=79In the spirit the London 2012 Olympics, and the celebration of another Gold Medal for Team GB Cyclist Bradley Wiggins, we look at one concern of dedicated cyclists and offer up some information courtesy of Livestrong.

Causes

You are more prone to haemorrhoids if you spend a long time on the toilet and strain while trying to move your bowels and if you have frequent diarrhea or constipation. The problem also comes from not eating enough fiber, the National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse advises. Pregnant women develop the problem because their rectal or anal veins get enlarged because of pressure in the abdomen. Older adults are more prone to hemorrhoids because the connective tissue in their anal areas and rectums weakens naturally as they age.

Exercise Effects

Regular exercise improves digestion but can worsen hemorrhoids if you do the wrong type. Cycling often irritates the problem and causes more pain and swelling because sitting on a bike seat puts pressure on the afflicted area. Weight lifting is also problematic because it strains the lower back, which can also worsen hemorrhoids. Stick to activities like running, walking, swimming or doing yoga, Pilates or aerobics if you have problems with hemorrhoids. Exercises that improve muscle tone are especially good for preventing or improving hemorrhoids.

Considerations

Other activities that put pressure on your anal area irritate hemorrhoids in the same way as riding a bicycle. Sitting down for long periods of time can cause problems. Touching or scratching the hemorrhoids because of irritation from sitting inflames them and makes them even worse. Non-irritating exercise is beneficial because it may help you lose weight, and excess pounds can contribute to hemorrhoids.

Treatment

Treat hemorrhoids by avoiding activities like biking that aggravate the condition, and soak the affected area in warm water to sooth it. Use baby wipes for personal cleansing, and wear cotton underpants. Apply corticosteroid creams to ease itching. Some creams contain lidocaine to numb the area if the pain is intolerable. Raise your fiber consumption to keep your bowel movements soft, moist and easy to pass so you do not worsen your problem by straining.

If you need further information please call us here at Halo Centre, we will be happy to help you with any questions with regards our Halo Treatment for Piles.
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]]>http://www.halocentre.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=760Pregnancy & Piles : Can I avoid getting piles?http://www.halocentre.com/blog/?p=72
http://www.halocentre.com/blog/?p=72#commentsWed, 27 Jun 2012 14:37:07 +0000adminhttp://www.halocentre.com/blog/?p=72Although piles are common in pregnancy, they’re not inevitable. Your best tactic is to make sure that you don’t become constipated, so that when you do a poo it is quick and easy.

The following tips will help you:

Eat a high-fibre diet, including wholemeal bread, pasta and brown rice, and plenty of fruit and vegetables.

Drink between six and eight glasses of water day, so you don’t become dehydrated.

Try to exercise regularly, even if you only have the time and energy for a short, brisk walk.

Go to the loo straight away when you get the urge. Waiting can make your poo harder and drier.

Try putting your feet up on a stool when doing a poo. It may make opening your bowels easier.

If you still have constipation after trying these tips, you could ask your GP or midwife to prescribe a laxative that is safe to take during pregnancy.

Doing pelvic floor exercises daily may help prevent piles from developing. These exercises increase circulation around your bottom and strengthen the muscles in your vagina and perineum. (Doing the exercises will also help you when you give birth and speed up your recovery afterwards.)